Jones High School

❄️Here's a look at some upcoming winter events❄️

Seniors and parents of seniors, the first step of completing the FAFSA is creating your account and getting your FSA ID. This video will take you step by step through that process, and the Federal Student Aid channel has dozens of helpful videos about the FAFSA: https://youtu.be/iTb7hMVtzco?si=k9iz_9AGxjDO93NZ

JHS Seniors: The American Quarterhorse Foundation Scholarship applications are open and close January 15. AQHF Scholarship Program Guidelines Complete a single application to determine your eligibility for available scholarship funding. Submitted materials must include a completed application form, three reference letters or appraisal forms, and a high school or college transcript. Options for submitting a reference are provided when completing the online application form. Students applying for a state or regional scholarship will also need to provide proof of membership in their state affiliate. Eligibility of applicants is based on the individual criteria and requirements provided for each scholarship offered. Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, financial need and Quarter Horse involvement, as well as an applicant’s outstanding leadership and communication skills. Recipients are chosen by a selection group as determined by the Foundation’s Board of Trustees. All recipient recommendations made by the selection group are ultimately approved by the AQHF Board of Trustees. Evaluation Timeline The following timeline represents the anticipated 2025 dates for recipient selection: Application Opens Online October 15, 2024 Application Deadline January 15, 2025 Application Committee Review January-March Scholarship Committee Review March-May AQHF Board of Trustees Approval May 2025 Applicant/Recipient Notifications Begin Week of May 26, 2025 For more information and to apply go to https://www.aqha.com/scholarships

Seniors and parents of Seniors, here are some tips for filling out the FAFSA: • Give yourself some time—It’ll take around an hour to fill out the FAFSA. • Be precise—The best way to avoid delays is to fill out the form right the first time. • Fill it out even if you think you won’t qualify—FAFSA can also help you access non-need-based aid. • Fill it out early—Some schools give out aid on a rolling basis. You can even fill it out before your acceptance letter arrives. •

🤘Here's a look at events happening this week at JHS🤘

JHS SENIORS INTERESTED IN THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA The University of Oklahoma's application deadline to be considered for academic, service, or leadership scholarships is quickly approaching! Our final scholarship admission deadline is Sunday, December 15*. Please encourage any of your students who may be interested in OU to submit their applications ASAP. As a reminder, students only need to submit their applications by December 15. They can send their additional materials, like their ACT/SAT scores (optional but encouraged), letters of recommendation, high school transcript, and application fee at a later date You can apply at https://ou.edu/admissions/apply/freshman

JHS Seniors: Make sure you are applying for all scholarships with the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. You can apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship The Washington Crossing Foundation Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the annual National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Awards for students completing twelfth grade (or final high school year) in 2024 who are planning careers in government service. Award Amount: Varies; $500-$5,000 Deadline: January 31, 2024 https://www.gwcf.org/scholarship

I Have a Dream Scholarship This award is open to all U.S. students who are 14 and older and who are currently enrolled (or enroll no later than fall of 2027) in an accredited postsecondary institution of higher education. One scholarship winner will receive a $1,500 scholarship. Award Amount: 1 Award; $1,500 Deadline: January 31, 2024 https://www.panhellenicsf.org/scholarships

Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarships Each year the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) awards multiple scholarships to students showing dedication to the pursuit of higher education in diverse areas of study including history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science and English. Award Amount: 60+ awards; $1,000-$5,000 Deadline: January 31, 2024 https://www.dar.org/national-society/scholarships

Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship Young people spend an average of 7.5 hours a day consuming media--and this doesn't include computer use for schoolwork--according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. With technology always at the ready at your fingertips, it can be a challenge to unplug. But taking a break from technology is healthy for both the mind and body. The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the negative effects of too much screen time. Award Amount: 1 award; $1,000 Deadline: January 30, 2024 https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/technology-addiction-awareness-scholarship

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides a multi-faceted experience designed to not only address the financial needs of students who aspire to attend college but to guide them through the process of higher education. Award Amount: Amount of awards varies; Up to $30,000 over 4 years Deadline: January 10, 2024 https://jackierobinson.org/apply/

American Fire Sprinkler Association HS Senior Scholarship Contest The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) is a nonprofit, international association representing merit shop fire sprinkler contractors, dedicated to the educational advancement of its members and promotion of the use of automatic fire sprinkler systems. Eligibility Requirements: The High School Senior College Scholarship Contest is open to high school seniors who are citizens or aliens legally residing in the USA. Scholarship funds are payable to the winner’s college/university or certified trade school in the United States; the winner must enroll in classes beginning no later than the Fall 2024 session. Winner selection is NOT based on financial need, GPA, or demographic criteria. Home-schooled students may apply as long as the course of study is equivalent to that of a senior in high school. Relatives of AFSA staff or NATIONAL board members may not enter. Award Amount: 10 Awards; $2000 Deadline: January 1, 2024 https://www.afsascholarship.org/high-school-contest/

JHS SENIORS: FAFSA COMPLETION IS A GRADUATION REQUIREMENT FOR YOU. You can now get on and complete your FAFSA for the 2025-2026 year and need to do so as soon as possible. You can go to this website to complete. If you cannot or will not fill out FAFSA see Mr. Moses for options to meet graduation requirement. https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Jones 8, 9, 10th, or 11th Grade Students: If you have not submitted your Oklahoma's Promise Scholarship application you need to get this done as soon as possible. Requirements Must be an Oklahoma resident. Must enroll in the 8th, 9th, 10th or 11th grade. Must be a student whose parents' federal adjusted gross income does not exceed: $60,000 with 1 or 2 dependent children OR $70,000 with 3 or 4 dependent children OR $80,000 with 5 or more dependent children. For more information and to complete online application go to https://okpromise.org/ I you would prefer a paper application that you mail in, please see MR. Moses

JHS Seniors: The Taco Bell Foundation's Liv Mas Scholarship application is open. Deadline to apply is January 8. They are awarding 1200 scholarships. For more information and to apply go to https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/

Congratulations to JHS Senior, Riley Ellefson. Riley signed to play football and continue his education at Stephen F Austin University! Way to go Riley. #ITSAGREATDAYTOBELONGHORN

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Congratulations to JHS Senior, Lydia Hall! Lydia has signed to play Basketball and continue her education at Oklahoma Baptist University! #GOBISON #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEALONGHORN

🏀Dates and times for the Latta Basketball Tournament🏀